· THAT DAY · AUGUST 26, 1987 · NO. 38 ·
August 26, 1987
Wednesday · 38 years ago today
“Some days are just meant to be remembered.”
News Headlines
The New York Times
All The News That's Fit to Print
The alliance announced new restrictions on aid to refugees streaming across the borders. Officials cautioned that humanitarian assistance.
Microsoft trial enters second week as prosecutors detail evidence of monopolistic practices.
Local officials report broad consensus on appropriations measure; committee meets later this week to reconcile differences.
Technology shares led the broader market higher as investors poured cash into Internet stocks. Analysts predict continued growth.
Wall Street closes at record highs for seventh consecutive trading session.
Top Global Headlines
- 2023: Exactly 5 years after the 2018 Jacksonville Landing shooting, there is another shooting in Jacksonville, Florida, leaving 3 people dead.
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- 2015: Two American journalists were murdered on live television while conducting an interview in Moneta, Virginia.
- 2015: Two U.S. journalists are shot and killed by a disgruntled former coworker while conducting a live report in Moneta, Virginia.
The New York Times — AUGUST 26, 1987
During the 2021 Kabul airlift, a suicide bombing at Hamid Karzai International Airport kills 13 US military personnel and at least 169 Afghan civilians.2021
Weather in New York
77°F
Partly Cloudy
- High
- 77°F
- Low
- 55°F
- Humidity
- 62%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
Music
Movies
Top Box Office (This Week)
Predator
Academy Award (1987)
Rain Man
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Masters of the Universe
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The Princess Bride
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Spaceballs
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Wed · 77°F Partly Cloudy · New York
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